Saturday 14 January 2012

You might be reading this, waiting patiently for God to 'show up' in an area of your life that you've been praying into for some time now. You might be feeling like you're in something of a drought; a particular dry spell that's proving tough to stay focussed through. The outcome might be a bit sketchy in your imagination, but you're resolute trust in Him is unwavering. And He knows it.

Just imagine this scene for a moment: a Dad watching his young kid line up for a race on Sports Day. It might be the first time the Dad has seen the kid compete properly before; maybe they've never had to train for such an occasion until now; the odds might be stacked against the kid somewhat; maybe they're lacking confidence and a belief in their ability to run well amongst the bigger kids. But the Dad's attention is totally and utterly fixated on that one runner; wishing and willing for the best race of their little life.

That's a microscopic example of God's attitude towards your particular struggle: I'm here; I believe in you; run hard, no matter what you're up against.

Just envisage that victory celebration, when it finally happens (whatever 'it' is that you've been faithfully praying for). That time of 'training' (waiting, praying, sharpening, hoping) will have been so worth it.